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‘I think we’ll see the enormity of this’: Fargo Police Chief speaks after Friday’s fatal shooting

Fargo Police Chief David Zibolski spoke about how the police dept. is doing after a fellow officer was killed on Friday.

July 18, 2023

Aaron Walling,

FARGO, ND (KVRR) – This continues to be a sensitive time for the community and the Fargo Police Dept. who is still in shock as they mourn the death of Fargo Police Officer Jake Wallin. “Everyone is still traumatized. They’re still hurting and have heavy hearts,” said Fargo Police Chief David Zibolski. “We’re just working right now to make sure…

Fargo woman wants to spread 9-8-8 hotline awareness one year after its launch

July 18, 2023

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — According to the Department of Health, there have been more than five million calls, texts and chats using the new mental health hotline, 9-8-8 in its first year of service. A new poll from the National Alliance of Mental Illness found that more than 80% of adults were unfamiliar with the new 9-8-8 hotline. Shushanna Perez…

‘Great vessel of hope’: Volunteer chaplains helping Fargo Police during difficult time

July 18, 2023

Aaron Walling,

FARGO, ND (KVRR) – Fargo Police Chief David Zibolski said they have resources available to help officers dealing with the emotions of what happened Friday. This includes a volunteer group of chaplains. They’ve been talking with people, helping them through the emotions of what transpired and the harsh reality of it all. They’ve also been up to the hospital to…

Superior Customs selling $5 decals to support Fargo Police

July 18, 2023

Site Staff,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A West Fargo business is helping raise money for the two officers in critical condition by making decals. Superior Customs is selling them for $5. The six-by-six-inch decal features the Fargo police badge and a thin blue line to support law enforcement. The shop sold just under 200 stickers in the first 24 hours….

The 1889 plans to open in former jewelry store in downtown Fargo in October

July 18, 2023

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Plans are being made to replace the old Wimmer’s Diamonds in downtown Fargo with a new food concept. People at The 1889 will be taught cooking and crafting classes ranging from beginner to advanced. There will also be a rental event space for bridal parties, birthdays, graduation, and even private cooking classes. Four teachers have already…

Big 98.7 hands out Blue Light Bulbs to show solidarity with law enforcement

July 18, 2023

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Hundreds of people lined up for a blue porch light bulb from Big 98.7 at Cashwise on 13th Avenue South in Fargo. Two thousand light bulbs were given to the public on a first come first serve basis. They were free of charge, but a donation of five dollars was recommended. All proceeds from the event…

Suspect In Gruesome Workplace Murder at Digi-Key Is Indicted

July 18, 2023

TJ Nelson,

THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn. (KVRR) — The man accused in a gruesome workplace killing at Digi-Key in Thief River Falls is indicted by a grand jury. 32-year-old Jorge Benitez-Estremera has been indicted on first degree murder premeditated and second degree murder intent. Estremera is charged in the fatal beating death of 61-year-old Steven Opdahl of Oklee in the designated smoking…

Sister Cities Smokeout Lands Lee Brice as First Musical Act

July 18, 2023

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Lee Brice is the first artist announced for this year’s Sister Cities Smokeout. The smokeout is billed as the “home of Hot BBQ, Live Tunes and Cold Beer”. It’s happening Friday, September 1 at Bluestem Amphitheater in Moorhead. There is a range of ticket prices depending on your preferred level of access, food and drink. You…

Family Says Woman Hit By Crossfire in Friday’s Shooting in Fair Condition

July 18, 2023

KVRR Staff,

FARGO (KFGO) – Family members of the woman hit by gunfire in Friday’s deadly shooting are telling East Coast news outlets that Karlee Koswick, 25, is in fair condition. Koswick was caught in the crossfire of the shooting that left Jake Wallin, and the gunman dead, and two other officers in critical condition. The family said Koswick was hit in…

Victim and Suspect Identified After Standoff on Big Pine Lake Near Perham

July 18, 2023

TJ Nelson,

OTTER TAIL CO., Minn. (KVRR) — Authorities in Otter Tail County identify the woman who was found dead and the man who was arrested after a standoff Monday on Big Pine Lake near Perham. The victim is 77-year-old Jean Mart. The suspect, who remains in custody, is 79-year-old Paul Mart. They lived on the south end of the lake, east…